Shalini Pandey shared the screen with Aamir Khan’s son, Junaid Khan, in ‘Maharaj’ earlier this year, a film that garnered immense praise and critical acclaim. The movie marked Junaid Khan’s Bollywood debut, while Shalini portrayed a unique character. The actress is often compared to Bollywood star Alia Bhatt due to her looks and voice. Recently, she addressed these comparisons.
In an interview with Bollywood Hungama, Shalini revealed that she used to feel irritated and upset by such comments. However, over time, she has grown to accept them, even finding the comparisons endearing.
When asked about her reaction to being likened to Alia Bhatt, her co-stars Ananya Panday, Aditi Rao Hydari, Triptii Dimri, Bhumi Pednekar, and others participating in the interview agreed with the observation and pointed out some similarities.
Alia Bhatt greets and waves at her little fans as she gets spotted in Santacruz
Shalini expressed that while she admires Alia Bhatt, the comparisons initially bothered her because she wanted to be recognized for her individuality. “Earlier, I used to get a little irritated. I love Alia, but I am my own person. See me for who I am,” she shared.
Now, however, she finds the comparisons sweet and no longer feels annoyed. “So now, I am comfortable with it,” she emphasized.
Shalini Pandey made her acting debut in Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s 2017 blockbuster ‘
Arjun Reddy‘, where she starred alongside Vijay Deverakonda. Her portrayal of Preethi received widespread appreciation and became a topic of discussion. She has since appeared in several Tamil and Telugu films. In 2022, she made her Hindi film debut alongside Ranveer Singh in ‘Jayeshbhai Jordaar’.
